Scotland dropped deeper in the second half as France piled on the pressure in search of an equaliser but keeper Robby McCrorie didn't have a save to make until 11 minutes before the end when he clawed a Wilfired Kanga header wide.

Then St Johnstone defender Jason Kerr almost scored an OG when he sliced a clearance which landed on the roof of his own net.

Scotland had their backs against the wall by the end but stuck at it to earn a priceless victory which gives them hope of progressing in the tournament.